Comparison

ioTouch2 Pro vs Simple Remote (MONITOUCH)

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

ioTouch2 Pro

Features
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"ioTouch2" is an iPhone/iPod touch application which enables you to monitor and manipulate PLC(Programmable Logic Controller*1) devices easily, without the expert knowledge. *1 PLC - A digital computer used for control of machinery on factory assembly lines, etc. *** There is the Lite edition(Free); Try it first. *** = What It Changes In general, there must be at least 2 people for checking I/O at the startup of a device; one for switch-on, another for monitoring. With ioTouch, you can do this by yourself, because you can monitor the device's change at the same time you are switching it, with iPhone/iPod touch in hand. Because full knowledge of PLC is not required to use ioTouch2, an assembler can adjust machines through ioTouch2. = Easy To Use A device's status appears as a lamp. You can manipulate it by pushing buttons. It's really easy to use. = How To Connect PLC devices ioTouch2 connects PLC devices(*2) by Wi-Fi, so that you can take it with you easily. If your PLC devices support Ethernet, you just need to build a Wi-Fi. Otherwise ioTouch2 can connect them through a Serial-Ethenet converter. "PLC Share" is no longer necessary. *2 ioTouch2 supports most of KEYENCE, MITSUBISHI, YOKOGAWA and OMRON devices. More details to see http://iphone.itosoft.com/iotouch2/spec . ===================================== --- C A U T I O N --- ioTouch2 can switch on/off devices. If you need to interlock devices controlled by PLC, you need to configure that on PLC. If there are some devices of which you are not sure about safety, please set the permission of them readonly and don't use that function. =====================================

About

Simple Remote (MONITOUCH)

Control and monitor MONITOUCH Programmable Operator Interfaces remotely from your iPhone or iPad. Adjust machines, check production lines, and troubleshoot issues without being physically present. Supports pinch-to-zoom and multiple unit registration.

Highlights
  • Remote control of MONITOUCH devices
  • Monitor machines and production lines
  • Troubleshoot from distant locations
  • Pinch to zoom for high visibility
  • Register multiple units for easy switching
  • Multi-language menu support
Features
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"Simple Remote" lets you control screens of Programmable Operator Interface - MONITOUCH from your iPhone or iPad. User registration is not required at all. Simply install the application on your iPhone or iPad and it's ready for use. === Application Examples === - Adjustment of machines or production lines You can easily monitor screens of MONITOUCH on your iPhone or iPad. There is no need to stand in front of the MONITOUCH unit to check the status of machines or production lines. - Operation in clean room There is no need to gear up and enter the clean room to check screens. Just start up "Simple Remote" on your iPhone or iPad for remote monitoring and control of the MONITOUCH that is located in the clean room. It's useful for a quick checkup. - Troubleshooting In combination with a Wi-Fi router, you can operate the MONITOUCH from a distant location such as a control room as long as both MONITOUCH and your iPhone or iPad are connected to the same network. You can troubleshoot or verify what's happening without going to the site. (e.g. MONITOUCH: wired LAN, iPhone or iPad: wireless LAN) === Key Features === - Pinch to Zoom feature is supported. High visibility is ensured even on the iPhone. - By registering multiple units (IP address), you can easily switch the target MONITOUCH to operate remotely. - Menu can be displayed in 5 languages (English, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese) === Compatible MONITOUCH Models === with wireless LAN *1: V9 series [Advanced] *2 V9101iWRLD, V9100iWRLD, V9071iWRLD, V9070iWRLD V9 series [Standard] *3 V9150iXRD, V9120iSRD, V9120iSRBD, V9100iSRD, V9100iSRBD, V9080iSRD, V9080iSRBD without wireless LAN *4: V9 series other than listed above TS2000 series TS2060i TS1000 Smart series TS1070Si, TS1100Si TS1000 series TS1070i, TS1071i, TS1100i, TS1101i === Remarks === *1 Only iPhone or iPad is required for use, but please note that the communication distance with the V9's wireless LAN is limited. Connection check is suggested before use. If the connection is not strong enough, please install a Wi-Fi router. *2 Complied with Radio Act in Japan, USA, Canada, Europe, Korea. Please use a Wi-Fi router in other countries. *3 Complied with Radio Act in Japan only. Please use a Wi-Fi router in other countries. *4 Installation of Wi-Fi router is required. a link to the source code https://gitlab.com/iiordanov/remote-desktop-clients-ios

Screenshots

ioTouch2 Pro4 screens
Simple Remote (MONITOUCH)3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) at Free against ioTouch2 Pro's $139.99. On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) is free to download; ioTouch2 Pro costs $139.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ioTouch2 Pro ships an update every 5 months, Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on May 15, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
ioTouch2 Pro versus Simple Remote (MONITOUCH): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterioTouch2 ProSimple Remote (MONITOUCH)
Price$139.99Free — better
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 months — betterEvery 7 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperITO SOFT DESIGN Inc.HAKKO ELECTRONICS CO.,LTD.

In-app purchases

None

ioTouch2 Pro

No in-app purchases

None

Simple Remote (MONITOUCH)

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ioTouch2 Pro free?
ioTouch2 Pro costs $139.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) free?
Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ioTouch2 Pro or Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) have ads?
Neither ioTouch2 Pro nor Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ioTouch2 Pro or Simple Remote (MONITOUCH)?
ioTouch2 Pro ships an update every 5 months, and Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) every 7 months. Most recently, ioTouch2 Pro was updated on May 15, 2026 and Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) on June 1, 2026.

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